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Casa da Cultura Mario Quintana
Porto Alegre's cultural hub, this center houses a library, art galleries, theaters, cinemas, cafes and a bookshop. It also has helpful information desk with the lowdown on the latest theatrical, musical, film and artistic happenings around town. The incredible, historic pink building was formerly the luxurious Hotel Majestic, and was home to the center's namesake, great Brazilian poet Mario Quintana, from 1962 to 1982.
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Cathedral Metropolitana
This early-20th-century neoclassical cathedral is a Porto Alegre landmark. It sits atop the hill that divides downtown from a series of prosperous neighborhoods that are clustered around Parque Farroupilha, the city's largest green space. An impressive building with domes, stained glass and exquisite architectural details galore, it is well worth a visit.
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Museu de Arte do Rio Grande do Sul Ado Malagoli
Housed in an impressive neoclassical building located on a lovely leafy square, this museum has a small but interesting permanent collection of works by regional artists. It also holds temporary exhibitions. The rooftop cafe offers an interesting view of downtown.
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Museu Júlio de Castilhos
The oldest museum in Rio Grande do Sul, the Museu Júlio de Castilhos has an interesting range of gaúcho (regional cowboy) artifacts. Amongst the 10,000-plus pieces in the collection are weapons, musical instruments, coins, decorative objects, medals and personal items. The museum building is a typical, 19th-century bourgeois house.
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Parque Farroupilha
Porto Alegre's largest park, the 37-hectare (91-acre) Parque Farroupilha, also known as Redenção, is a local favorite. On Sundays, a sprawling flea market is held here; on every other day, you can enjoy its varied plantlife, explore its many monuments, and soak up its peaceful green vibes.
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